Behavior Specialist

<p><strong>YBGR, WHERE YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE</strong></p> <p>We have employees providing services to youth throughout Montana, working to change the trajectory of children's lives&nbsp;and having&nbsp;a positive impact.&nbsp;</p> We are a family of YBGR staff providing services to youth throughout Montana, working to change the trajectory of children&rsquo;s lives &ndash;<strong>&nbsp;to help them heal and recover!</strong>

Laurel Community Based - Laurel, MT

Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch

<strong>Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch, a nonprofit organization, is trusted locally and nationally as a leader in the field of mental health care for children and their families.</strong> <br /><br />Each day, YBGR&rsquo;s employees work with close to 1200 youth throughout Montana who struggle with controlling emotions and behaviors. YBGR has impacted more than 10,000 youth and their families since 1957 through Residential Services in Billings, Community Based Services throughout Montana, and the Yellowstone Academy in Billings. https://www.ybgr.org/

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Full Time

$17.12 - $18.63

Overview: Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch Behavior Specialists play a crucial role in developing and implementing interventions to address challenging behaviors, promoting positive coping strategies, and fostering supportive environments. The Behavior Specialist collaborates closely with treatment team members, educators, and families to promote positive behavior management and support youth in achieving success both in school, their home, and community settings.
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Develop individualized intervention planning based on assessments and incorporate evidence-based strategies.</li> <li>Provide direct care for youth in school, home, and community settings.</li> <li>Collaborate with treatment teams, supervisors, educators, community partners and families to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans and support youth&rsquo;s complex needs.</li> <li>Create and conduct necessary documentation accurately and maintain documentation expectations in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).</li> <li>Contribute to the strategic goals and outcomes of the agency as measured by the development and achievement of individual, departmental, and organizational goals, and outcomes. Participate in Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) goals of the organization, both individually and as a team member.</li> <li>Deal constructively and helpfully with all other members of the organization.</li> <li>Fully support and model the mission and values of YBGR.</li> <li>Adhere to all policies, systems, safety requirements, and procedures of the organization.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>21 years old or older</li> <li>Criminal / Child Abuse Clearance: Must pass criminal record and child abuse registry background check as required by the State of Montana.</li> <li>Education:</li> <li>High School Diploma or GED &amp; 2 years of experience working with youth in a similar setting or environment. OR</li> <li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in mental health related field of study.</li> </ul> <br /> <p class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css"><strong class="ignore-global-css">Required Abilities/Skills</strong></span></p> <ul class="ignore-global-css"> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Ability to relate and build rapport with youth therapeutically while serving as a positive role model.</span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Knowledge of, and ability to maintain professional therapeutic boundaries and confidentiality. </span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Possess the ability to work with youth in multiple settings, such as individually and in groups. </span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Ability to work in cooperation and collaboration with the treatment team. </span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Display regular, predictable, and reliable attendance at work. </span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Excellent active listening skills </span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">The ability to complete forms within an electronic Medical Health Record System typing at least thirty-five words per minute while using a keyboard and mouse. (Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 products is a plus.) </span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Demonstrate sound &amp; ethical judgment and decision-making skills. </span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Demonstrate being self-motivated, self-disciplined, and diligent with forward thinking.</span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Demonstrate the ability to think of their team over self and define success collectively rather than individually. </span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">The ability to effectively interact and communicate with others. These skills are essential for building and maintaining relationships, collaborating with colleagues, resolving conflicts, and navigating various social situations.</span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Demonstrate the following values.</span> <ul class="ignore-global-css"> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Faith - is being sure of successfully achieving our mission, based upon our trust in a loving creator.</span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Integrity - doing what is right, putting the needs of others above your own, and living by the highest values.</span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Relationship - being committed to one another in a mutually respectful, dignified, healthy, and honoring manner.</span></li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Stewardship is the use of any resource or talent entrusted to YBGR to fulfill the mission and values.</span></li> </ul> </li> <li class="ignore-global-css"><span class="ignore-global-css">Willingness and ability to obtain certification in First Aid/CPR and Violence Intervention Prevention.</span></li> </ul>